Saturday SEN Buddy / Mentor

SNAP Care; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A care agency is seeking a part-time SEN Buddy/Mentor in Luton to assist a vibrant 10-year-old with a visual impairment. As a key support person, you will help her enhance independence and enjoy activities like swimming and social media. Ideal candidates are creative, flexible, and must have their own car. Competitive pay of £20.50 per hour with great training opportunities. This is a rewarding role to contribute to Sophie's growth and well-being.

Benefits

Excellent training available

Competitive pay rates

Ongoing supervision

Qualifications

• Experience as a SEN Buddy, Mentor, Teacher, Teaching Assistant, or similar.
• Competent with social media apps such as Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram.
• Must be a driver with your own car.

Responsibilities

• Assist a 10-year-old with a visual impairment.
• Facilitate overall independence and self-help skills.
• Encourage and support participation in activities and hobbies.

Skills

SEN Buddy

Mentoring

Social Media Competence

Cooking Healthy Meals

Job description

Saturday SEN Buddy / Mentor, Luton, LU2

A fantastic Saturday opportunity available for a fun, engaging, and proactive SEN Buddy / Mentor to assist a creative, bright and energetic 10-year-old with a visual impairment. £164.00 Gross per Shift

Wage / Salary

Wage/Salary: £20.50 Gross per Hour £164.00 Gross per Shift
Driver Essential? Yes, with own car (mileage paid when used on duty)
Essential: SEN Buddy, Mentor, Teacher, Teaching Assistant or bring similar experience to this role? Competent with social media apps such as Facebook, tik tok, instagram. Confident cooking healthy, nutritious and balanced meals Female applicants only.
Desirable: Visual Impairment experience
Start Date: ASAP
Days & Hours: Saturday: 9.00am to 5.00pm
Family/Client Pets: Not applicable
Recruiter: Jade Suhada

About this client

Sophie is intelligent, funny, and a determined 10-year-old with a love for musical theatre, singing, and performing living with her family in Luton. Sophie and her twin brother were born prematurely (24 + 4 weeks). Sophie developed Retinopathy of Prematurity at birth and as a result she has a profound visual impairment. She attends a mainstream primary school, has an EHCP in place and is making remarkable progress, not only in terms of her education but in all aspects of her life. Sophie currently has a Snap Care SEN PA assisting her during the week, and her team is now expanding to include weekend support.

Overview of role

This main aim of this role is to facilitate and foster Sophie's overall independence and self-help skills, giving her every opportunity to learn, grow, build her confidence and share similar experiences with her peer group. The SEN Buddy / Mentor will offer encouragement, support, and motivation to enable Sophie to participate in activities alongside her peers and explore new hobbies and interests; her current interests include swimming, shopping and going to amusement parks. Sophie, like most young people her age enjoys keeping up with her friends on social media, therefore, her SEN Buddy / Mentor will be a whizz with platforms such as Instagram, Tik Tok, Snap Chat, facebook and competent to support safe use of social media.

Who this job would suit

A great part‑time weekend role for a Uni student, teaching assistant, or experienced SEN Nanny / Mentor seeking additional income. You will be interested in performing arts, savvy with social media and technology, and enjoy working in a family setting. The role requires a creative, flexible and adaptable person to support Sophie. Please only apply if you are a driver with your own car.

What s great about this job

Excellent training available, competitive pay rates and ongoing supervision. Sophie is a joy to work with, and this role comes highly recommended by her current Snap Care SEN PA. Sophie is focused, determined and with the right support in place is exceeding all expectations you too, can be part of this! A fantastic part-time role – an opportunity not to be missed!

Who is recruiting for this role?

Our client is using our Shortlist Service. Snap Care will screen applications to confirm the essential criteria for the position is met. The client will then continue the recruitment process. By applying for this vacancy, you agree to us sending your CV and contact details to our client. Please note, unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies.

When a specific gender is essential, it is considered a genuine occupational requirement under paragraph 1, schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, for a female or male worker to work with our client